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Seniors presenting their research on “the ethics and aesthetics of friendship” during day two of the Humanities Symposium
Seniors present original research on literary friendships at annual humanities symposium
June 13, 2025
THHS Librarian and President of the New York Library Association Arlene Laverde
Librarian Arlene Laverde retires, leaving behind a legacy of championing independent reading and fighting for libraries as free and open spaces
June 11, 2025
2025-2026 SU President Jenna Abdelhamid, and 2025-2026 SU Vice- President Evelene Chao
Following a higher turnout election, 2025-2026 Student Union executive board winners announced
June 5, 2025
Chairs used and testing conditions during AP testing
AP Psychology exam rescheduled due to technical difficulties
May 29, 2025
Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos listens to students planning their Symposium presentations during a Humanities Seminar class in the Townsend Harris library.
NYC Public Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos tours THHS, as funding for the school’s early college program remains uncertain
May 26, 2025
2025 Valedictorian Jenney Huang and 2025 Salutatorian Shamonti Shamim
Q&A with Class of 2025 Valedictorian Jenney Huang
June 9, 2025
Salutatorian Shamonti Shamim and Valedictorian Jenney Huang on stage after both their awards were announced
Q&A with Class of 2025 Salutatorian Shamonti Shamim
June 8, 2025
Science teacher Sarah Loew oversees the growing Henrietta Lacks event.
Growing success of annual “Henrietta Lacks” event serves as a showcase of science teacher Sarah Loew’s dedication
June 3, 2025
Sophomore Aki Benjamin
‘Heimler’s History’ at home: sophomore creates ‘Aki’s History Review’ videos
May 25, 2025
Pamela Del Vecchio, Secretary to Assistant Principal of Organization Ellen Fee, is the mastermind behind the system that ensures all classes with an absent teacher are covered by another teacher.
Substitute Procedures: inside the daily puzzle that needs solving in order to cover all classes
April 18, 2025
Students using devices in class.
Opinion: Smartphone ban should come with new thinking about how and when to integrate technology into the classroom
June 14, 2025
Students posing for a picture at prom last year.
Opinion Roundup: On Prom Eve, seniors share what price is right for prom outfits
June 10, 2025
Students share their experiences on various clubs at Townsend Harris.
Opinion Roundup: how various clubs create a space for student wellness and peer support.
June 4, 2025
Students and staff share their opinion on the gym uniform policy.
Opinion Roundup : are gym uniforms really necessary?
May 24, 2025
Students studying and preparing for tests
OPINION: Teachers should return graded assignments no longer than two weeks after they are due
May 8, 2025
MSA member drawing a henna design on a participant's hand.
Hennafest 2025 offers a post-AP season celebration
June 17, 2025
Senior Leilani Walkes's winning artwork in the 2025 MET “P.S. Art” Competition
Senior Leilani Walkes announced as a winner in 2025 MET “P.S. Art” Competition
June 15, 2025
Art supplies used by the art department
While many have discussed how AI impacts student writing, students artists have a lot to say about AI art
June 6, 2025
Students walking around and taking in the art gallery
Spring art gallery showcases paintings, photography, digital art, and sculptures
June 1, 2025
Screening attendees watching the Breaking the News documentary
A special screening of Breaking the News documents the founding of The 19th
May 21, 2025
Science Research students recording data in the laboratory
Science Research class studies campus soil on multi-day field trip
June 21, 2025
Red Cross Club hosts coloring event to support seniors.
Red Cross hosts annual Color a Smile event to share art with senior citizens
May 22, 2025
An illustration provides a 3D graphical representation of a spherical-shaped, measles virus particle studded with glycoprotein tubercles in this handout image obtained by Reuters April 9, 2019. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)/Handout via REUTERS/ File Photo
STEM department pitches new elective courses in topics like human pathology and animal behavior
May 17, 2025
Chemistry teacher Adel Kadamani shares his running journey.
After running over 25,000 miles, chemistry teacher Adel Kadamani imparts his exercise philosophy
April 28, 2025
Students observing the 2024 solar eclipse, a rare celestial phenomenon, and a topic discussed in Astronomy Club
Club spotlight: Astronomy Club aims to inspire a love for studying the stars
April 16, 2025
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Keeping it Classic: Mr. Dunbar on becoming interim acting assistant principal of English

Nana-Ama Kwarteng, Podcast Manager • March 13, 2025

Keeping it Classic is the official podcast of The Classic. In this episode, we speak to Mr. Dunbar, and his role of being an interim acting assistant principal of English at THHS. TRANSCRIPT: (Click...

Keeping it Classic: Mr. Condon on last year’s leave of absence

Nana-Ama Kwarteng, Podcast Manager • January 8, 2025

Mr. Condon took a leave of absence at the end of the 2023-2024 school year. The Classic podcast interviewed him about his return to school this past fall and about Ms. Fee’s work as Acting Principal...

Keeping it Classic: what comes with being the principal?

Nana-Ama Kwarteng, Podcast Manager • December 26, 2024

Keeping it Classic is the official podcast of The Classic. In this episode, we speak to Mr. Condon, and his role of being the principal of THHS.

Operation Tomatometer Season 4 Highlights: Halloween Movies

Jaica Derecho, Rajvi Sharma, Alexander Zhang, Neo Mun, Ishmal Ali, and Hiba Malik • November 9, 2024

Operation Tomatometer, The Classic Critic‘s film review podcast, is returning for season four with a new Halloween movie review episode. Visit The Classic TV to watch the full episode. Visit The Classic...

Keeping it Classic: How freshmen get ready for their first year of high school

Nana-Ama Kwarteng, Podcast Manager • September 16, 2024

Keeping it Classic is the official podcast of The Classic. In this episode, we spoke to a group of freshmen about their plans, anxieties, and hopes for their first year of high school.

The Classic introduces its new podcast, Keeping it Classic

Nana-Ama Kwarteng, Podcast Manager • September 8, 2024

The first episode of Keeping it Classic, the official podcast of The Classic. In this episode, freshmen reflect on their high school application process, and their experience applying to Townsend Harris...

How I Got Into Five Ivies : Reading My Common App Essays | ADMITTED

Ryan Young, Multimedia Managing Editor • June 16, 2024

Watch the newest episode of The Classic’s ADMITTED podcast where we discuss college admissions. This episode we sat down with graduating senior Sally Zheng to learn more about her individual college...

Teens Review Damsel: exceeded expectations? Or did expectations exceed…| Operation Tomatometer

Iris Li, Chief Video Editor • May 17, 2024

In this episode of Operation Tomatometer, The Classic’s very on TV and film review podcast, teens review the new Netflix blockbuster film Damsel, which has been hyped up due to starring Millie Bobby...

Modern Frankenstein | Poor Things – Teens Review

Iris Li, Chief Video Editor • May 10, 2024

On this episode of Operation Tomatometer, the teen commentary podcast hosted by The Classic, our hosts Wren and Angeline discuss the film ‘Poor Things’ starring Emma Stone.  

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Classic Multimedia Team • May 5, 2024

The 27 is a student/teacher podcast on the Marvell Cinematic Universe and other various media. In this episode, Mr. McCaughey and his kids review the Truman Show.

Teens Review Dune Part Two : the best sci-fi film of this generation?

Iris Li, Chief Video Editor • May 3, 2024

Operation Tomatometer , the teen film commentary podcast hosted by The Classic, reviewed Dune: Part Two. You can hear our teens review on the film and their discussions on some of the romance and other...

What Will Affirmative Action Mean for College Decisions?

Aiden Clarke, Isabel Jagsaran, and Ryan Young • April 28, 2024

Watch the full interview with former admissions officer Joe Latimer on how the recent changes of affirmative action may impact the future of college admissions.

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